What is the condensed structural formula for the product of the reaction of butene with water and a strong acid catalyst?

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anor277
Jan 7, 2017

H2C=CHCH2CH3+H3O+→H3CCH(OH)CH2CH3

Explanation:

You have hydrated the olefin, to give C4H9OH.

Of course, the olefin and the alcohols are isomeric, but this does not affect the given formula.

The major product will be the same regardless of whether 1-butylene or 2-butylene is used.

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